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Sunday, July 5

Eury Pérez Dominates with Seven Perfect Innings

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Eury Pérez delivered a flawless performance for the Marlins on Sunday, retiring all 21 batters he faced over seven perfect innings. Despite his dominant outing, the Marlins' bullpen nearly squandered an eight-run lead following his departure, ultimately securing a 9-8 victory over the Athletics. Pérez's efficiency and command were the highlights of the game before the late-inning drama unfolded.

Riley Greene Powers Tigers with Back-to-Back Multi-Hit Games

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Riley Greene continued his offensive surge for the Tigers, going 3-for-4 with a triple, a home run, and four RBI in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Rangers. This followed a strong performance on Saturday where he went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run. Greene remains a focal point of the Detroit lineup, demonstrating consistent power and production at the plate over the weekend series.

Emerson Hancock Dazzles in Sixth Win of the Season

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Emerson Hancock earned his sixth win of the season on Sunday, delivering a stellar performance against Toronto. Hancock tossed seven scoreless innings, allowing only two hits and two walks while striking out five batters. His command and efficiency were instrumental in securing the victory for the Mariners.

Pete Crow-Armstrong Contributes in Cubs' Win

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Pete Crow-Armstrong helped fuel the Cubs' 6-4 victory over the Cardinals on Sunday. He finished the game 2-for-4, contributing a stolen base and a run scored. His performance on the basepaths and at the plate provided key support in the win.

Lake Bachar Struggles in Relief Appearance Against Athletics

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Lake Bachar entered the game in the eighth inning to relieve Eury Pérez, who had just completed seven perfect innings. Bachar struggled to maintain the momentum, allowing five runs to score during the frame. The damage included a grand slam that cut the Marlins' eight-run lead significantly, forcing the team to hold on for a narrow victory against the Athletics.

Joe Ryan Dominates Yankees in Sixth Win

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Joe Ryan earned his sixth win of the season Sunday against the Yankees, delivering a brilliant performance on the mound. Ryan tossed seven scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and one walk while racking up nine strikeouts. This dominant outing highlights his continued effectiveness for the Twins' rotation.

Soto Line Drive Forces Martin Perez Out of Game

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During Sunday's 10-9 loss to the Braves, Juan Soto hit a 92-mph line drive that struck opposing pitcher Martin Perez in the left forearm. The impact was significant enough that it forced Perez to be removed from the game and has him likely headed to the injured list. Soto's contact served as the catalyst for the injury that disrupted the Braves' pitching rotation during the fifth inning.

Devin Williams Secures 13th Save in Win Over Atlanta

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Williams successfully closed out Sunday's 10-9 victory against Atlanta, earning his 13th save of the season. During his two-thirds of an inning on the mound, he allowed one run on three hits while recording two strikeouts. The performance helped the Mets hold on for the narrow win.

Logan O'Hoppe Returns to Angels Lineup Sunday

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After dealing with a head injury, Logan O'Hoppe returned to the Angels' starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Red Sox. He is serving as the team's starting catcher and batting eighth in the order, according to Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register.

Nolan McLean Earns Sixth Win Against Atlanta

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McLean improved to 6-5 on the season after earning the win in Sunday's 10-9 victory over Atlanta. He pitched six innings, allowing three runs (two earned) on five hits and one walk. McLean also recorded five strikeouts during his outing, contributing to the Mets' successful result.

Bryan Reynolds Hits Solo Home Run in Pirates' Win

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Reynolds contributed to the Pirates' 11-5 victory over the Nationals on Sunday by going 1-for-5 at the plate. His lone hit of the day was a solo home run, providing a spark for the Pittsburgh offense in the decisive win.

Jazz Chisholm Exits With Right Big Toe Discomfort; X-Rays Negative

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Jazz Chisholm was removed from Sunday's game against the Twins prior to the sixth inning after recording a 1-for-2 performance. The Yankees confirmed he is dealing with right big toe discomfort. While the injury caused his early exit, the club reported that X-rays on the toe returned negative. The team is currently monitoring his recovery, and further updates regarding his status are pending as they evaluate his condition.

Luis Garcia Homers and Steals Base in Sunday Loss

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Luis Garcia delivered a productive performance in Sunday's 11-5 loss to the Pirates, finishing the game 2-for-5. His offensive contribution included a two-run home run and a stolen base. Despite his individual efforts at the plate and on the basepaths, the Yankees were unable to overcome the deficit against Pittsburgh.

Kyle Tucker Out of Lineup Sunday Against Padres

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Kyle Tucker is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's contest against the San Diego Padres. No further details regarding his absence were provided at this time.

Tommy Edman Scratched From Sunday's Lineup

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Tommy Edman was a late scratch from the Dodgers' lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres. According to Jack Harris of the California Post, the decision to remove Edman was made for unspecified reasons. His status remains day-to-day pending further updates from the team.

Kyle Stowers Resting Sunday Against Athletics

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Kyle Stowers is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Athletics. The Marlins are giving him a day of rest as they face a left-handed pitcher.

Kyle Bradish Takes Loss Despite Solid 7.2 Innings

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Kyle Bradish (5-9) was handed the loss in Sunday's game against the Reds. Despite the defeat, he provided a solid outing, working 7.2 innings and allowing three runs on five hits and one walk. Bradish managed to record five strikeouts during his time on the mound before exiting the contest.

Nolan Arenado Given Afternoon Off Sunday

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Nolan Arenado is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers. The team has opted to give him the afternoon off.

Cole Carrigg Out of Lineup for Sunday's Game Against Giants

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Cole Carrigg is not in the starting lineup for the Colorado Rockies' game against the San Francisco Giants on Sunday.

Shohei Ohtani Cleared to Bat Leadoff Sunday Despite Biceps Issue

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Shohei Ohtani is in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres, batting leadoff as the designated hitter. Despite dealing with a biceps issue, Ohtani has been cleared to play.